
Germany's gas storage facilities are at 53% capacity as of early September, the lowest level in 15 years, according to industry group INES, which warns reserves could be insufficient in an extremely cold winter due to low profit margins from the wars in Russia and Iran reducing incentives to store gas; meanwhile, Chancellor Friedrich Merz vows to remain in office after the AfD's strong showing in Saxony-Anhalt state elections sparked protests across Germany.
AI-generated summary
Germany's gas storage levels are monitored closely as winter approaches, with industry groups warning that low reserves could lead to shortages during cold periods; the AfD's strong performance in Saxony-Anhalt state elections reflects ongoing political polarization in Germany over immigration and energy policy.
German lobby group says gas reserves are at historically low levels and could run out in the event of a cold winter
The wars in Russia and Iran have significantly lowered profit margins, thus dampening economic incentive to fill reserves
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said he has no plans of stepping down after the AfD hammered his CDU in Saxony-Anhalt's state election on Sunday
Several thousand protesters turned out across the country to voice opposition to the far-right party, which nearly half of Germans say should not be allowed to form a state government
Here are the latest headlines from across Germany on Tuesday, September 8:
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
German gas storage levels will reach 77% capacity by November if input is dramatically increased
Possible · Within weeks
Chancellor Friedrich Merz will remain in office despite AfD gains in Saxony-Anhalt
Very likely · Within months

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